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10 things to know before you arrive in Birmingham

Second cities are often a lot more fun than a nation’s capital—they’re less frenetic and more relaxed, less cosmopolitan and more authentic, less touristy and more industrial. Birmingham, or Brum, is all of these. Although London, Liverpool, and Manchester shout loudly, Birmingham is only just…
Kyle Coleman
June 23, 2016

10 things to know before you arrive in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a city built on water, traversed by bikes, and loved by many. A visit to this city of canals, will charm you, too.  There is so much to experience with its history, culture, and cosy spaces. Prepare for your trip with these Amsterdam hotels, then you’ll be…
Kyle Coleman
June 23, 2016

24 hours in Milan

Whether you're in city for a meeting, a stopover, or a leisure trip, Milan will surprise you. You'll be amazed by the amount of things to see and do around town, and how diverse the city is. Many know that Milan is Italy's fashion and…
Kyle Coleman
June 3, 2016

24 hours in Lisbon

Lisbon is a city with a warm, glowing light, inhabited by some of the friendliest and most welcoming people in Europe and overflowing with rich history and culture. Its flavorful and varied cuisine will leave you wanting more, and its cosmopolitan, vibrant lifestyle contrasting with deep traditions and historic neighborhoods…
Kyle Coleman
June 1, 2016

Where to find the best soups in Istanbul

Turks have always loved their corbasi soups. The élite janissary soldiers of the Ottoman empire even had “soup sergeants” who presided over giant cauldrons in regimental soup kitchens. The modern-day soup kitchens of Istanbul are a lot more casual. At simple corbasi joints, chefs combine…
Kyle Coleman
May 16, 2016

Day trips and nights out in beach-beautiful Alicante

Alicante is a buzzing gateway to Spain’s southwest Mediterranean coast, known as the Costa Blanca. You can catch a boat to a nearby island, visit a beach resort, stay at one of the many hotels in Alicante or drive into the mountains for cool air…
Kyle Coleman
April 29, 2016

Amsterdam-Noord: The secret side of the Dutch capital

A short ferry ride from Centraal Station and several hotels in Amsterdam, Amsterdam-Noord (North Amsterdam) is a completely different world from the bright lights of the city centre. It’s worth taking the time to explore this area’s quiet neighbourhoods and parks, either on foot or…
Kyle Coleman
April 28, 2016

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